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THBGroup of Two Chinese Pith Paper Bird Paintings
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1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
United States
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery is a full-service auction gallery strategically located on Miami Circle in the historic Buckhead district of Atlanta, one of the Southeastern United States’ largest commercial and financial centers. The gallery is owned and operated by Robert Ahlers and his wife Chr...Read more
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About Auction
LiveJan 3, 2015 - Jan 4, 2015
Ahlers & Ogletree elizabeth@aandoauctions.com
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- Lot Description
Chinese, 19th century, possibly earlier. Collection of two similar but unmatched horizontally-aligned pith paintings of birds comprising of one with four grey and black birds with white claws perched and flying amid branches with pink to orange floral blossom clusters; and one with five black and brown birds perched and flying amid branches with yellow flowers or fruit. Both unsigned and contained within matching frames. Certificate of authencitiy labels on verso of frames from Eugene Okarma, Atlanta, Georgia with information on the works and stating they are (according to Eugene Okarma) circa 1770. Framed approximately 12.5" x 17.25". Sight size approximately 7.25" x 11.9".
Condition
Both pith paintings not examined out of frame so as to not disrupt their integrity. Painting with darker feathered birds with tear at top, visible losses at center (see photos) and scattered dark spots. Other painting with tear in upper right corner and scattered dark spotting. Paintings likely laid down.
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